Text about red flags and ex-boyfriend being best friend, with a woman in a floral top.

20 Cringey Dating App Red Flags That Made People Glad They Read The Profile First

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I met my wife on Bumble, so I can’t pretend every dating app conversation is a lost cause. I also haven’t had to make small talk with a stranger on one in years, which is a pretty nice arrangement.

Back then, I remember spending way too long deciding whether a message sounded normal. Now I look at some of these profiles and wonder how anyone gets past the bio. You’re supposed to put your best foot forward, but it seems some people prefer to put every warning sign in one convenient place. At least they’re saving their matches the trouble of finding out over dinner.

These screenshots are a reminder to read the whole profile before you swipe. Sometimes the most useful information is the part the person chose to include.

1. “What a beautiful message of course I’ll text you back”

Text discussing dating in the same league and rating ranges.
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Screenshot of a dating app profile with a bio about not applying to Kings & Android users.
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Screenshot of a text message conversation with a suspicious person.
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Person in pink shirt taking mirror selfie with dog, red scribble over face, text 'Immediate right sw.
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Profile card showing age 64+, Chelsea location, 23 followers, 5'2" height.
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6. “Bro, What?”

Screenshot of a chat conversation with messages about greetings and humor.
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Text reading 'My ex boyfriend is my best friend' with a note about red flags.
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Screenshot of a dating app profile with a woman in neon green bikini and a text message about trust.
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Screenshot of a chat conversation about dating app red flags.
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Screenshot of a Snapchat chat showing flirtatious messages and emojis.
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11. “Thanks for the warning I guess”

Text conversation on dating app about honesty and marriage.
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Dating app profile showing 'Long-term partner' and bio about exploring old photos.
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I'm weirdly attracted to rich guys who can find my shopping addiction.
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Person taking mirror selfie with floral top and denim shorts, profile says 'Will probably be mean to.
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Message saying 'u have major barbie energy' in a chat window.
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Let's debate this topic: Eating smooth soup with a spoon is for sheep, it should be sipped from a小碗.
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Online dating bio with negative comments about a partner, referencing trash and a trophy husband.
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18.

My simple pleasures yelling at men on a dating app.
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Screenshot of a dating app profile with the text 'arguing w men' and 'My greatest strength'.
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The key to a good profile: I geek out on making men mad.
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